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5:30pm EARLY ACCESS | 6:00pm GA Doors | 7:00pm Show Opening Band - Triple Tree Femi Kuti - Journey Through Life - Bio Throughout his prolific career, Femi Kuti has stood as a powerful voice for justice, carrying forward the revolutionary Afrobeat legacy pioneered by his father, Fela Kuti. Known for his unflinching critiques of political corruption and social inequality, Femi’s heady mix of funk, jazz and highlife has always been a tool for resistance and change. But on Journey Through Life , his new album out in 2025 via Partisan Records, Femi turns inwards, balancing the political themes that have defined his career with deeply personal reflections on family, life, and inner growth: “I wanted to talk more about me, about my thoughts and the goals and values that have guided me all these years and led me to where I am now. I’ve never done that on an album before” says Femi. Femi began his career as a member of Fela's legendary band, Egypt ’80, and briefly stepped into the role of frontman when his father was imprisoned on fabricated charges in 1984. In 1986 he left to create his own band Positive Force, and has been forging his own style of Afrobeat ever since, adding doses of R&B, rock, and hip hop to the traditional Yoruba rhythms and jazzy horns. Lyrically, however, his focus has remained firmly on issues of power, oppression, and social injustice, and his activism has extended beyond music through collaborations with organizations like Global Citizen and his role as a UNICEF goodwill ambassador. “I’ve always been so political, and I will continue to be, but when I look back, my life has not only been about this. Yes, I get very depressed about my immediate environment and when I travel and I see sadness, but I also see how my music brings joy to people who come to my concert. I am a very homely person, I love my children very much, and I thought it was important for people to see that” says Femi. The title track encapsulates Femi’s introspective journey, with his soaring sax solo mirroring the song's uplifting message. Against a backdrop of sturdy, syncopated rhythms, he encourages listeners to “enjoy and learn from experience/Make the best of your journey through life,” all while reflecting on its ephemeral nature. Despite his more contemplative focus, Femi hasn’t turned his back to the wider world, and the politically charged energy that has long been a hallmark of his music is still strong across the album. On “Politics Don Expose Them” he refers back to one of his most famous tracks, 1998’s “Sorry Sorry”, which — in turn echoing the fierce message of Fela's “Zombie” — claimed there was no difference between the outgoing military regime and the politicians who were about to take power. “So this is just to say, I told you so. Politics has exposed the true character of our politicians, they are just as corrupt and have put us in a very bad predicament” says Femi. In true Kuti style, the biting lyrics are woven into melodious sax lines, impossibly catchy horn riffs, and squelchy synths — truly embodying the spirit of Femi’s signature “sweet music with a bitter message.” “After 24 Years”, which has been recorded for the first time with new lyrics after decades of being a fan favorite in Lagos’ New Africa Shrine, echoes similar sentiments, with the chorus powerfully declaring: “after 24 years/with confidence we fit say/These politicians failed the nation” over triumphant horn riffs and a buoyant key motif. The New African Shrine, which Femi runs with his sister Yeni, was established in 2000 to honor Fela’s legacy, and it continues to serve as a place of resistance and proud cultural expression. Femi’s Sunday night performances with his band The Positive Force have become iconic, and every year the Felabration festival celebrates Afrobeat’s impact on post-colonial Africa. As Femi reflects on his journey so far, he revisits several other old tracks, including three — “Last Mugu,” “Oga Doctor,” and “Think My People Think” — dating back to the early '90s, not only in an effort to preserve his legacy but to reshape it in a way that mirrors the person he has become, both spiritually and musically. “Corruption Na Stealing” for example, initially recorded in 2018 for One People One World , re-emerges with a bolder, funkier sound that amplifies its message:“I never liked the mood really, I didn’t like the feeling it left me with. But when we played it live at The Shrine, it was one of the best, so I wanted to capture that feeling for this album” he explains. Similarly, “Shotan”, originally recorded live in 2004, takes on new life in this album with a fresh studio version infused with a raw, punk energy. While he has always composed all of his own music, this marks the first time he has also been in charge of every aspect of production: “It was very important for me to do it this time, and probably for my future work. I am at a stage where I want to emphasize my creativity, expressing how I truly feel from deep within. I want to delve deeper—spiritually, socially, and politically as well.” This is particularly clear on “Work on Myself”, where Femi candidly reflects on his feelings of helplessness in the face of global turmoil and his commitment to personal growth as a way to navigate it. “There is so much chaos around me, and sometimes I feel like I have no power to change anything. I feel so helpless, and I know a lot of people around the world feel the same. My way is to keep working on myself, to always become a better person and better musician” says Femi, adding that the moments of self reflection while working on this particular track have helped shape his “mind and soul”: “don’t forget, I am just a medium, I don’t know where the inspiration comes from, the more humble I am the more this ideas will come and and guide my life and prepare me for the future.” This album is deeply personal for Femi in another way, as it was written while his daughter was going through some serious health issues: “It just made me reflect on a lot of things, and on my journey as a father.” It also follows Legacy+ , the double album he worked on with his son Made: “Making music with my son reshaped the way I approach everything,” he says. “Each album feeds into the next, and without that experience, I wouldn’t be where I am today.” Journey Through Life represents both a continuation and a departure for Femi Kuti. While he remains committed to using his music as a vehicle for political and social change, this album marks a new chapter, one where his inner reflections take center stage. “I think I will keep going in this direction,” he says of his future work. “This album has helped me learn more about myself, and I hope it can inspire others to do the same.” At 62, Femi stands at a creative crossroads, poised to explore new depths while staying true to the roots that have shaped him. Journey Through Life offers a profound and personal reflection on the values, struggles, and triumphs that have defined Femi’s life, both on stage and off. Information Source: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. | eventbrite

We are proud to introduce the inaugural group of the Chico High School Athletic Hall of Fame. This distinguished group of athletes, coaches, and contributors represents the very best of Panther tradition—individuals whose commitment, talent, and passion have left a lasting legacy on Chico High athletics. As the first-ever inductees, they have set the standard for excellence, not only through championship performances and record-breaking achievements, but also through their leadership, sportsmanship, and dedication to our school and community. Their stories remind us of what it means to wear the red and gold with pride. Join us in celebrating these legends of Chico High, as we honor their lasting impact and officially welcome them into the Hall of Fame. Information Source: Chico High Sports Boosters | eventbrite

Welcome to Oktoberfest 2025! Come join us for a night filled with beer, food, and fun event at the House Of Rice Get ready to enjoy live music, delicious food, and plenty of beer! Original Oktoberfest fun, stein hoisting, awesome stashes, outfits, and hugs! Don't miss the chance to celebrate Oktoberfest with friends and family. The event lives on! Prost! Information Source: Brian & Jill Rice | eventbrite

Outpatient Records and Argus Bar Present: a night of hypnotic music and cultural fusion with Etran de L’Aïr of Agadez with Maya Ongaku (Japan) at Argus Bar Chico on 4/14/25 Etran de L’Aïr (or “stars of the Aïr region”) welcomes you to Agadez, the capital city of Saharan rock. Playing for over 25 years, Etran has emerged as stars of the local wedding circuit. Beloved for their dynamic repertoire of hypnotic solos and sun schlazed melodies, Etran stakes out a place for Agadez guitar music. Playing a sound that invokes the desert metropolis, “Agadez” celebrates the sounds of all the dynamism of a hometown wedding. Etran is a family band composed of brothers and cousins, all born and raised in the small neighborhood of Abalane, just in the shadow of the grand mosque. Sons of nomadic families that settled here in the 1970s fleeing the droughts, they all grew up in Agadez. The band was formed in 1995 when current band leader Moussa “Abindi” Ibra was only 9 years old. “We only had one acoustic guitar,” he explains, “and for percussion, we hit a calabash with a sandal.” Over the decades, the band painstakingly pieced together gear to form their band and built an audience by playing everywhere, for everyone. “It was difficult. We would walk to gigs by foot, lugging all our equipment, carrying a small PA and guitars on our backs, 25 kilometers into the bush, to play for free…there’s nowhere in Agadez we haven’t played.” From the days of the Trans-Saharan caravan in the 14th century to a modern-day stopover for Europe-bound migrants, Agadez is a city that stands at the crossroads, where people and ideas come together. Understandably, it’s here where one of the most ambitious Tuareg guitar has taken hold. Agadez’s style is the fastest, with frenetic electric guitar solos, staccato crash of full drum kits, and flamboyant dancing guitarists. Agadez is the place where artists come to cut their teeth in a lucrative and competitive winner-take-all scene. Guitar bands are an integral part of the social fabric, playing in weddings, baptisms, and political rallies, as well as the occasional concert. Whereas other Tuareg guitarists look to Western rock, Etran de L’Aïr play in a pan-African style that is emblematic of their hometown, citing a myriad of cultural influences, from Northern Malian blues, Hausa bar bands, to Congolese Soukous. It’s perhaps this quality that makes them so beloved in Agadez. “We play for the Tuareg, the Toubou, the Zarma, the Hausa,” Abindi explains. “When you invite us, we come and play.” Their music is rooted in celebration, and invokes the exuberance of an Agadez wedding, with an overwhelming abundance of guitars, as simultaneous solos playfully pass over one another with a restrained precision, forceful yet never overindulgent. Recorded at home in Agadez with a mobile studio, their eponymous album stays close to the band’s roots. Over a handful of takes, in a rapid-fire recording session, “Agadez” retains all the energy of a party. Their message too is always close to home. Tchingolene (“Tradition”) recalls the nomad camps, with a modern take on traditional takamba rhythms transposed to guitars. The dreamy ballad Toubouk Ine Chihoussay (“The Flower of Beauty”) dives into call and response lyrics, and solos that dance effortlessly over the frets. On other tracks like Imouwizla (“Migrants”), Etran addresses immigration with the driving march parallels the nomads’ plight with travelers crossing the desert for Europe. Yet even at its most serious, Etran’s music is engaged and dynamic, reminding us that music can transmit a message while lighting up a celebration. This is music for dancing, after all. Information Source: Outpatient Records | eventbrite

Canaan Smith is taking the next bold step in his journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance with his third studio album, ‘Chickahominy.’ ‘Chickahominy’ marks a significant departure from his earlier work - “I consider this my transitional album,” says Smith. “It’s about exploring myself creatively and cutting ties with the inherent striving for commercial success. Instead of focusing on ‘what will work,’ I’m now more focused on expressing myself, and this is only the first step in that direction." Throughout 11 tracks, which were all written or co-written by Smith and produced by Anthony Olympia, the album is a raw and fearless expression of who Smith is now, both musically and personally. Peeling back the layers of perfectionism and confronting the parts of himself he’s long been afraid to face, this new album will show a deeper side and let the audience get to know ‘the real’ Canaan Smith. “It’s my most song-forward album yet,” he says. "It’s a rollercoaster of emotions, just like my mind. One minute I’m carefree and stoned, and the next I’m worried to death. Sonically, it’s the most explorative album I’ve ever made. We let the band breathe, no click track, just a more natural, organic flow. As an artist, what I want most is to let myself breathe.” Named after a river in his hometown of Williamsburg, VA, ‘Chickahominy’ finds Smith stretching beyond his past limitations, sonically, lyrically and thematically. The powerful storyteller draws listeners into a world where the boundaries of good and evil collide, as he discovers the multitudes of the human experience. Tickets are $35 in Advance or $40 at the door. Must be 21+ to attend. Local Support TBA. Information Source: Tackle Box Chico | eventbrite

KZFR 90.1 FM Chico proudly presents: BEEtKEEPERS & Wolfthump with special guest Joe Craven—live at the Chico Women’s Club on Friday, April 18th! Get ready for an unforgettable night of jazz, funk, and high-energy grooves! Headlining the evening, BEEtKEEPERS will bring their signature sound, blending deep rhythms and infectious energy to keep you moving all night long. The groove continues with Wolfthump , an all-drum powerhouse guaranteed to ignite the dance floor from the first beat. And to make the night even more special, the legendary Joe Craven will join BOTH bands, adding his unique musical magic to the mix. Information Source: KZFR 90.1FM | eventbrite

The Commons is bringing back one of Chico’s favorite music acts. Tim Bluhm of The Mother Hips is taking the stage again, with the Coffis Brothers opening the show. Doors open at 6 PM, the Coffis Brothers take the stage at 7 PM, and Tim Bluhm goes on at 8:30 PM. This all-ages show is one you won’t want to miss. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Seating is limited, so bring your lawn chairs and blankets to get comfortable. See you at The Commons! Information Source: The Commons Chico | eventbrite

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MicroMania Tour is a high powered, explosive, athletic Pro Wrestling show with just the right touch of comedy thrown in to make for a unforgettable BIG event not necessarily BIG people!! These micro athletes may be short in stature but are giants in the world of entertainment where they will keep you on your feet screaming from the opening bell through the Main Event! Variety of tickets available from General Admission to Ring Side and Stage Seating!! VIP seats only available online. Must be 21+ to attend!! Refund Policy: We’ve been very generous with refunds. Most venues refuse to at all. We only be honoring refunds requested up to 7 days before the show. No refunds will be honored in the last week before the show. The reason being that when you hold your ticket that long, it prevents others who do want to go from purchasing. Especially on shows close to sell out. Thanks for understanding. - Tackle Box Information Source: Tackle Box Chico | eventbrite

Chico, we’ve got big news! Long Beach Dub Allstars are coming to The Commons on Friday, May 9th! Doors open at 6 PM, with Pipe Down kicking things off at 7 PM and Long Beach Dub Allstars taking The Sweet Flower Stage at 8:30 PM. This all-ages show is set to be a great night of live music. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Seating will be limited, so bring your lawn chairs and blankets to get comfortable. Don’t miss the chance to see one of the reggae-rock scene’s most influential bands right here in our backyard. Information Source: The Commons Chico | eventbrite

5:00pm Catch Soundcheck | 5:30pm EARLY ACCESS | 6:00pm GA Doors | 7:00pm Show NEAL FRANCIS - RETURN TO ZERO The latest album from Neal Francis, Return To Zero, emerged from the kind of visionary fever dream that only the most masterful and inventive artists are capable of bringing to life. Amid a grueling tour schedule that found him playing nearly 400 shows from 2021 to 2024, the Chicago-based singer/songwriter/pianist immersed himself in creating a beautifully strange entangling of timeless rock & roll and ’70s-era dance music, merging supremely heavy guitar riffs with lush and pulsating grooves—all constructed sans digital programming, in keeping with his devotion to all things analog. Worlds away from the glitzy fantasia of archetypal disco, Return To Zero inhabits a far moodier atmosphere and ultimately makes for the most thrilling manifestation of Francis’ peerless musicality yet. Equal parts heady and hedonistic, pensive and euphoric, Francis’ third studio LP echoes both his deep-rooted psych-rock sensibilities and a lifelong affinity for classic funk. “I’ve always been intrigued by music that toes the line between funk and rock,” notes Francis. “In the past I’ve asked myself things like, ‘What would it sound like if Thin Lizzy cut a disco record?’ It’s something I’ve been fascinated with for a very long time, so I finally decided to really go for it.” The follow-up to his 2023 double live album and concert film Francis Comes Alive , Return To Zero marks Francis’ first full-length studio effort since In Plain Sight —a 2021 release acclaimed by the likes of leading rock critic Steven Hyden, who praised its “throwback big-band sound that recalls the highs of 1970s funk and swamp rock.” With his past work also including his 2019 debut album Changes (hailed as “the reincarnation of Allen Toussaint” by BBC Radio 6), Francis began playing piano at the young age of four and became an in-demand sideman while still a teenager, touring with revered blues artists and beloved instrumental band The Heard before embarking on his solo career. Over the years, he’s sold out headline shows all across the globe, supported the likes of Wilco, Black Pumas, and My Morning Jacket, appeared at major festivals such as Bonnaroo, Fuji Rock, and Lollapalooza, and even performed at historic venues like Carnegie Hall. Like all of his studio work so far (including his 2022 EP Sentimental Garbage ), Return To Zero finds Francis co-producing alongside his frequent collaborator Sergio Rios and recording live with members of his touring band (drummer Collin O’Brien, bassist Mike Starr, guitarist Kellen Boersma), elegantly showcasing his prodigious talent and dazzling originality as a keyboard player. Mainly created at Rios’ L.A. studio, the album’s grandiose yet warmly inviting sound also took shape from his close collaboration with composer/conductor Dom Frigo (who aided Francis by transcribing the LP’s symphonic string sections), Say She She (a Brooklyn-based psychedelic-soul trio who adorn a number of songs with their beguiling backing vocals), and a stacked lineup of co-writers that includes Queens of the Stone Age bassist Michael Shuman and Wild Belle co-founder Elliot Bergman. In the making of his most ambitious work to date, Francis faced countless moments of creative frustration—a factor that eventually gave the album its title. “I was cutting a lot of the vocals at home, using a hybrid process where I’d bounce the tracks from my computer to a tape machine and then record the vocals to tape,” he explains. “I’d be in my vocal booth in the closet with all our winter coats, and every time I needed to start over I’d press this button that says ‘RTZ,’ which stands for ‘Return To Zero.’ I was doing take after take and pressing that button over and over—it was a huge pain, but it also linked up with what I’ve learned in my meditation practice: no matter how frustrated you get, just remain calm and take inventory, and then begin again.” Although executing Return To Zero ’s highly elaborate arrangements often involved a very time-intensive trial-and-error approach, the album-opening “Need You Again” surfaced from an immediate burst of inspiration after Francis attended a DJ set by Derrick Carter (a Chicago house legend who created a 12-inch remix of “BNYLV” from In Plain Sight ). “My girlfriend and I went out to a queer dance party called Queen! and stayed till about four in the morning, and Derrick played a track that was a big rock riff over a funk beat,” he recalls. “The next day I went into the studio on very little sleep and started working on the demo for ‘Need You Again,’ and after I finished I couldn’t stop listening to it.” Featuring a guest spot from Grammy-winning guitarist Eric Krasno (Soulive, Lettuce), the result is a glorious entry point into the album’s groove-heavy soundscape, unfolding in sinewy riffs and larger-than-life rhythms as Francis narrates a tale of ruinous infatuation. “It’s a song about a love affair, and the experience of projecting magical qualities onto another person and feeling almost addicted or beholden to them,” he reveals. Another charmed moment in the album’s creation, “Broken Glass” was sparked from a session featuring Francis on bass and Shuman on drums, with the two soon conjuring the hypnotically potent riff that propels the track forward. With its viscerally charged depiction of lust and self-denial, the darkly majestic epic reaches a stratospheric crescendo at the bridge, when pounding drums meet with Say She She’s near-operatic harmonies. “Once we had that riff I started filling in some freeform poetry from my notebook, which had to do with the idea of taking direction in an intimate liaison,” says Francis. “It all came together so naturally because of how Michael was playing drums, bringing that Queens of the Stone Age heavy-rock thing I love so much.” One of the most dance-ready tracks on Return To Zero , “Back It Up” glides along on glossy synth lines and a playfully swaggering riff, imbuing a carefree spirit into Francis’ deliberately over-the-top confession of romantic desperation. “That song went through a few different phases before we got to the final iteration,” he says. “It took me a while to accept that it’s okay to have fun with the lyrics, instead of making everything so serious all the time.” Meanwhile, on “What’s Left Of Me,” Francis presents a gorgeously sprawling power-pop anthem built on his resplendent piano work. Co-written with Nashville-based songwriter Chris Gelbuda, the track arose from a piano-and-vocal demo captured at Chicago’s Fine Arts Building, soon evolving into a piercingly candid reflection on life on the road. “Chris and I are good friends and we got to talking about the challenges of being in a committed relationship while you’re on tour,” says Francis. “A lot of these songs were influenced by Electric Light Orchestra and the way Jeff Lynne synthesizes classical music and pop songwriting, and ‘What’s Left Of Me’ was definitely one where I was going for an ELO vibe.” Partly inspired by the funk and dance records he typically spins during his sets as an all-vinyl DJ, Return To Zero also encompasses everything from the spaced-out drama of “Dance Through Life” to the string-laced reverie of “Can’t Get Enough” (a collaboration with Durand Jones & The Indications’ Blake Rhein that is a sublimely mellowed-out homage to acid-jazz pioneer Roy Ayers). In creating such a complex body of work, Francis found his sense of perseverance repeatedly tested. “Most of these songs were pretty hard-won,” he says. “There was a feeling of pulling out all the stops to achieve what I was going for, and in the middle of that I was dealing with some depression and exhaustion. I ended up learning a lot about myself, and now I feel like I’m in a completely different place in terms of my priorities with mental health.” Despite its more daunting aspects, the writing and recording of Return To Zero also brought plenty of moments of pleasure, including composing with strings for the very first time and tracking songs with his longtime bandmates. “All those guys are like my brothers, and there was a feeling of us working together with an almost athletic desire to get better every time we did a new take,” Francis says. “Those were really long days at the studio, but they were also so much fun.” Looking back on the making of Return To Zero , Francis points to certain crucial lessons absorbed while creating his most extravagantly realized work so far. “One of the main things I’ve learned is that every album is going to be its own journey; I can’t really take the arsenal of things I’ve learned in the past and expect them to save me from any kind of frustration with whatever I make next,” he says. “Creating art is always going to be a challenge, which maybe goes back to why AI-created music is never going to be all that compelling—it’s just too fucking easy. The best I can do is use what’s at my disposal and try not to freak out or despair when it gets difficult, and hopefully end up making something that gives people joy.” Information Source: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. | eventbrite

5:30pm EARLY ACCESS | 6:00pm GA Doors | 7:00pm Show The Wooten brothers’ first public performance occurred in Hawaii in 1966 and established their identity as prodigies. Regi, the eldest son of Elijah "Pete" and Dorothy, was born in 1956. The first three sons arrived just a year apart—Roy in ’57, Rudy in ’58. Joseph was born in ’61, and three years later, in '64, Victor came. Victor learned to talk and play music at the same time. Fast forward six years. REGI, still the leader of the family band, is 13 years old and Victor, the youngest, is 5, when the Wooten Brothers began opening a series of shows for R & B legends, “War”, and two years later for Curtis Mayfield, and many other national acts. Fast forward to the present, 2024. The Wootens have racked up 10 Grammy wins, and 26, yes, 26 Grammy nominations. And the youngest of the family, Victor, the brother who learned from all his older brothers, has been named by Rolling Stone Magazine as one of the ten greatest bass players of all time. Acclaim has come to each Wooten brother. REGI is a virtuoso guitarist, also renowned for his musical teaching skills. At the tender age of ten, Regi began teaching bass to his two year old brother Victor, while also teaching keyboard skills to his five year old brother, Joseph. Now, Regi teaches many students who travel from all over the world in various genres of music to learn from him. Regi is affectionately called "The Teacha", and he, similar to the legendary teacher Nadia Boulanger, is a teacher to a global family. ROY also known as “Future Man” has invented an instrument called the Drumitar that is re-discovering the drumset, while helping to re-invent bluegrass and deconstruct jazz. Another instrument Roy invented, the RoyEl, is a piano shaped instrument and an homage to early pre-thirteenth century African-based music and mathematics, that derives rhythms and pitches from the golden ratio. With the insights gained from these new Instruments, Roy also serves as the creator and composer of the Evolution d’ Amour ballet and the Black Mozart Symphony, which introduces the legendary 18th century Black classical artist, Joseph Boulogne de Saint Georges, to the 20th and 21st century. The late RUDY WOOTEN, who passed away in 2010, was inspired by the virtuosity and unique articulation of the legendary trumpet master Clifford Brown. He also mastered the playing styles of saxophone legends, Charlie Parker, Cannonball Adderly, John Coltrane, and the blind triple saxophone playing master, Rahsaan Roland Kirk, so that his own double saxophone horn parts and solo’s became legendary! JOSEPH came to Nashville as a singer but quickly became known as "The Hands of Soul" for his keyboard playing skills and songwriting genius. Joseph introduced his playing and songwriting mastery to a wider audience by re-arranging the Steve Miller classic "Fly like An Eagle" to include new spoken word lyrics. Since 1993, Joseph has travelled the world with Rock-in-Roll Hall of Famer Steve Miller in his Steve Miller Band, which has now sold over 60 million records—with a bulk of the sales coming after Joseph became a member of the band. And the extraordinary music making doesn’t just happen when the Wooten Brothers play all together or venture out singly- Victor and Roy, working together with Banjo master Bela Fleck, pianist and harmonica virtuoso Howard Levy, and saxophonist Jeff Coffin —well they earned a whole lot of those Wooten Grammy’s and Grammy nominations. The Brothers' music bends and defines genres; amplifies centuries, and spans continents. The Wooten Brothers began in R+B. They evolved as teens into Jazz, Jazz Fusion, Classical and Country. Then, they emerged in 1985 on Arista records with an album called, "The Wootens", that combined Electronic, Funk, Soul, Disco, and Boogie—and offered only a sliver of the Wooten whole. The Wooten whole is all of that… and classical, and jazz, and country, and Rock-and-Roll. The Wooten whole is Prince before Prince. Maybe Clive Davis and the Arista team, who were focused on launching the extraordinary Whitney Houston, were not ready for that in 1985. So many albums after that Arista album, as the Wootens go their separate ways, they play in giant arenas and in intimate clubs, crisscrossing the globe. They always come back to play together, sometimes close to home, sometimes a thousand miles away from their Middle-Tennessee homes. Some of the best of times are in a camp Victor has established in a place called “Wooten Woods”, where people from around the world come to be inspired by Nature to learn to play with profound sound and silence to grow in new understanding and tones that are sweet and wise. Some of the other best times are in the jazz club named for the one brother who has passed on, Rudy. Rudy’s Jazz Room is a live jazz club in Nashville with a growing jazz scene.The Wootens also play jazz and everything else in it, entertaining and inspiring a growing Nashville music scene and city. The Wooten Brothers have even been known to play heavy metal in their unique Wootinish—way. What is “The Wootinish-way”? It’s honing your craft, taking the diamond and cutting it just right, and polishing it bright. It’s not just the in-born genius. It’s not just the wisdom and insight that comes from inspired and gentle living close to nature, close to art, close to each other. It is a disciplined commitment to the craft of making sound in community and sharing sound with community—born of knowing sound and the precious space of silence, — a true, good, and saving thing. And so they create new instruments, they revive compositions of dead composers, they leave the families they love, to bring the world they love the sounds they love. And they keep creating, performing, and recording new music. As a family band, they are second to none. But they are comparable to other notable family bands: The Beach Boys, the Allman Brothers, The Neville Brothers, and the Jackson Five. Sonically inventive, soulful, musically driven, blood kin, that fill the dance floor, tickle the brain, and rock your world-- they are comparable to the best of the best family bands. The Wooten Brothers are the family band you need to know that you don’t know, or the family band you know, and want the world to know. Connecting musically deep past to musical future, the Wooten Brothers explode genres and build bridges across genres. Bar by bar, in live performances and on recordings, they provide an exhilarating ‘connects-you-to-the-center-of-the-universe’ sound. The final Wooten paradox? They make universal music, but they are not universally known. Time to change that. They are recording new music!! They have discovered deep vault tracks that include their late brother Rudy! Information Source: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. | eventbrite

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5:30pm EARLY ACCESS | 6:00pm GA Doors | 7:00pm Show His Latest Album, Son Of A Broken Man, sees Fantastic Negrito encapsulating his inimitable style, from hard-hitting guitar riffs to expressive ballads, with the unexpected twists that have become his trademark. It stands as one of his most personal works to date, exploring family, deception, and the human desire to hide the true self as he dives deep into the struggle between father and son. Born Xavier Amin Dphrepaulezz, Fantastic Negrito's story is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of music. By now much has been made of Negrito’s unique story – growing up in an orthodox Muslim household, a doomed major label deal, the near-fatal car crash that put him in a coma for three weeks and permanently damaged his guitar playing hand—as well as the remarkable redemption arc that began in 2015, when he won the first-ever NPR Tiny Desk Contest . He has since earned three GRAMMY® Awards for “Best Contemporary Blues Album," and shared stages with Sturgill Simpson, Chris Cornell, Bruce Springsteen, and Primus. He's collaborated in the studio with the likes of Sting, E-40, and Tank and The Bangas, performed on countless headline world tours and at festivals such as Lollapalooza, Glastonbury, Newport Folk, and WOMAD, and founded Revolution Plantation, an urban farm aimed at youth education and empowerment. Information Source: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. | eventbrite

TOUR THE CHURCH OF SCIENTOLOGY Hey there! Get ready for an opportunity to explore the Church of Scientology Mission of Chico ! During this tour, you'll delve into the world of Scientology and discover its beliefs, practices, and principles. Learn about the founder, L. Ron Hubbard , and gain insights into the Church's commitment to personal growth and spiritual enlightenment. Whether you're curious about Scientology or simply interested in experiencing something new, this tour promises to answer your questions. We are open from 6:00pm to 9:30pm - walk-ins and appointments are welcome. *We request a nominal fee to prevent fake registrations on our Eventbrite postings. With this donation you will receive a FREE booklet on an aspect of life you may be having troubles in - a $15 value. Information Source: Church of Scientology Mission of Chico | eventbrite

Join us for a night of catching up, drinks, food, dancing and reminiscing! Tickets include: Food, Non-alcoholic drinks (soda, iced tea, juice), DJ (submit song requests on ticket order form), Digital Photo booth, Dedicated bartender Available for purchase: Beer, wine, hard alcohol, Additional Food (order downstairs) We have the upstairs to ourselves until 9pm when it opens to the general public but we are welcome to stay after 9. Early Bird tickets on sale now. Price increases to $40 per ticket on May 1. *Free tickets also available for Family Day picnic at Veterans Memorial Park (Wildwood) on Sunday, June 29 from 10am to 2pm. We have a reserved picnic area with a BBQ available to use. Email us at chicohigh2000@gmail.com if you have any questions! Also, WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please pass along the info to all your Class of 2000 friends and email us your favorite pictures from high school so we can use them for a fun reunion surprise! Information Source: Carrie & Tiffany | eventbrite

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A sacred space for women to come celebrate the New Moon together. Monthly cacao ceremony + intentional workshops aligned with astrology. Living Deliberately means to dig deep, practice radical self-honesty, and be empowered to create healing for Self. In this intentional Cacao Ceremony, we utilize cacao as a tool to access the heart-space of Mother Earth and anchor into the present moment, no matter where we are at in our self-love journey. Cacao is both a physiologically and spiritually heart-opening plant medicine , intended to open the heart to release old suffering and call-in healing. Jaelyn guides sacred ritual to get the most out of a cacao experience, including authentically aligned intention-setting, earthly embodiment practice, and Theta meditation to access and create healing within the subconscious mind. Under the New Moon each month, participants will: - learn about the astrological implications of this time and how to use this energy to their highest advantage for self-healing - set authentically aligned intentions for self-healing - be educated on the sacred plant medicine of cacao; the traditions behind its use, how it works physiologically with the body’s systems, & what it offers participants spiritually/mentally/emotionally - engage in cacao ceremony using Theta meditation to achieve highest results - cultivate a sense of belonging, community, and self-love through both embodiment practice and heart-opening practices - gain tools for self-love, empowerment, and manifestation - connect with likeminded women on their own spiritual journeys ___________________ **Please note that while cacao is NOT psychoactive or impairing in any way, it can produce physiological effects such as lowering blood pressure and inducing stimulation. Participants with low blood pressure, are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking anti-depressant medications are asked to inform Jaelyn so she can offer a smaller dose** ____________________ Please wear comfortable clothing, bring a reusable mug and an item to add to our altar if you’d like. You are also welcome to bring any other ceremonial items such as crystals, oracle decks, natural items, etc.! This event is $20. Save 25% by purchasing all 6 ceremonies for the rest of 2025! You may RSVP on Eventbrite, Venmo @celestial-sisters, or pay at the door. Please direct any questions to jaelyn@celestial -sisters.com . We look forward to holding sacred space with you! Blessings, Jaelyn of Celestial Sisters _____________________ New Moon Themes 2025 July 24th - New Moon in Leo: Playful Inner Child, Creativity, Passionate Pursuits August 22nd - New Moon in Virgo: Grounded Practicality, Devotion, Service September 21st - 2nd New Moon in Virgo (+ Solar Eclipse): Delegate Your Burdens and Detox Your Life October 21st - New Moon in Libra: Interdependent Relationships, Beauty, Healthy Love November 19th - New Moon in Scorpio: Transformation, Depth, Shadow Work December 19th - New Moon in Sagittarius: Adventure, Expansion, Spiritual Awakening About Jaelyn & Celestial Sisters Celestial Sisters was founded in 2016 by Jaelyn in her mission to bring her long-held vision of a planet full of awakened, healed, and whole people living their most fulfilling lives in peace and prosperity, closer to reality. By doing the “Work” of healing our own wounds and liberating ourselves from the beliefs that keep us small, we inadvertently raise up the energy of not only ourselves but those whose lives we are interconnected with. Each and every single person that awakens to their own magic aids in the healing of this planet - this is the foundation of Celestial Sisters’ mission. About InnerShine Women’s Collective Our collective is made up of a group of soul-wise sisters coming together to share and heal in a safe and supportive environment. We’ve created a space where we can dig deep to nurture our own personal knowing and intuition. Together, we will shed layers, move stagnant energy, and evolve so we can learn to live a life with more love, compassion, and harmony. Tap into your inner Goddess to unlock your boundless creativity, deep intuition, and divine power. You will leave with a feeling of deep connection and abundance that we all so desperately crave. Information Source: Celestial Sisters | eventbrite

5:30pm EARLY ACCESS | 6:00pm GA Doors | 7:00pm Show Chico's very own, Debajito, will be kicking things off! If Los Angeles had a soundtrack, it would be Ozomatli. Since 1995, the multi-genre, six-piece band has blended Latin, hip-hop, funk, reggae, and global influences into an unmistakable sound that captures the city’s energy and diversity. Emerging from LA’s politically charged streets, Ozomatli has spent 30 years uniting communities through music, earning three GRAMMY® Awards, performing at the Hollywood Bowl, and touring worldwide—from LA to New York and Tunisia to Mongolia. Their socially conscious lyrics and infectious grooves have made them a beacon of unity, resilience, and celebration. As they embark on their fourth decade, Ozomatli remains a living testament to the past, present, and future of Los Angeles—continuing to inspire and move hearts, minds, and dance floors across the globe. Information Source: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. | eventbrite

OUR PROGRAM: Professionalism in the Workplace: Building a Culture of Trust, Respect & Accountability This high-impact workshop helps participants rethink what professionalism really means in today’s fast-paced, people-first workplaces. Through an interactive group activity and real-world discussion, attendees will explore four key behaviors—presence, respect, accountability, and integrity—and walk away with tools they can immediately use to foster professionalism across teams. Learn how to open up dialogue, align expectations, and create shared language around what professionalism really looks like. This training has been described as “empowering,” “real-world,” and “a refreshingly useful take on a topic many people assume they’ve already mastered.” Perfect for HR professionals, team leads, and anyone working to strengthen workplace culture. OUR SPEAKER: Morgan Massie, Founder & CEO Morgan Massie is an award-winning leadership development executive, TEDx speaker, and ICF-certified coach (ACC). She is the founder of Leadership and Training Concierge and also serves as co-founder and Chief Learning and Development Officer of Empowered Ventures. A PhD candidate in Business Management with a specialization in Leadership, Morgan brings a research-informed, strengths-based approach to helping organizations build trust, accountability, and high-performing teams. She is the co-author of The Five Coaching Conversations and Change RHYTHM , two frameworks used by organizations to improve communication, resilience, and leadership effectiveness. Morgan holds a Master’s in Instructional Systems Design from the University of Central Florida and a certificate in Positive Psychology and Resilience from the University of Pennsylvania. She is certified in DiSC and Predictive Index and has led leadership development programs for nationally distributed teams. Based in Reno, Morgan frequently travels to Chico through her partnership with Butte College’s The Training Place, delivering leadership training for organizations throughout the region. https://leadershipandtrainingconcierge.com/ OUR SPONSORS: We are fortunate to have two sponsors this month -- The Training Place-Butte College & Adam Brubaker-AFLAC Worksite Benefits The Training Place-Butte College The Training Place helps companies develop their employee talent by offering over 200 training programs. Our team of Butte College instructors hold training credentials and certifications with Global Training Industry talent development partners. Training content is designed to provide performance improvement solutions to help our community with economic development, sustainability, and growth. The Training Place was established to deliver affordable employee training to businesses of all sizes. We offer a wide variety of workforce trainings: Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills Employee Coaching and Development Human Resources and Labor Law Lean Principles and Continuous Improvement Project Management Resiliency Skills Sexual Harassment Prevention Supervisor and Manager Skills Training Within Industry (TWI) Job Relations and Job Instruction Workplace Safety Excel - All Levels We can also create Customized Trainings for your company https://www.butte.edu/thetrainingplace/ Adam Brubaker -- AFLAC Worksite Benefits My name is Adam Brubaker, and I own a voluntary benefits insurance agency based in Chico, CA. I’ve been in the business for over 14 years and work with more than 200 companies to help them offer valuable insurance benefits to their employees—things like disability, life, accident, and other supplemental coverage. While I represent many top carriers, about 70% of my business is with Aflac because of their strong reputation and flexible products. I’m passionate about helping businesses take care of their people, and I take the same approach at home—I’m married and a proud dad to three amazing boys. Adam Brubaker, Leftout Capital Insurance Services | President Worksite Benefits Consultant, An Independent Agent Representing Aflac Insurance | Leftout Capital Insurance Services | Chico , Adam@leftoutins.com Information Source: SHRM Northstate | eventbrite

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